Dr. Richard Moore, Jr., M.D. practices in Wilmington at our 2716 Ashton Drive office location. Dr. Moore graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a bachelor’s degree in biology and went on to graduate with honors from the UNC School of Medicine. While a medical student at UNC, he completed a longitudinal study on the effect of exercise on rate of perimenopausal bone loss in women and was elected into Alpha Omega Alpha – the national medical honor society.
Dr. Richard Moore, Jr., M.D. practices in Wilmington at our 2716 Ashton Drive office location. Dr. Moore graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a bachelor’s degree in biology and went on to graduate with honors from the UNC School of Medicine. While a medical student at UNC, he completed a longitudinal study on the effect of exercise on rate of perimenopausal bone loss in women and was elected into Alpha Omega Alpha – the national medical honor society.
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Dr. Moore is very professional and comforting. He takes his time and explains every possible procedure. He answered all my questions. I feel very comfortable and confident in his ability as my surgeon! Thank you Dr. Moore
(3 days ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Moore always takes time to explain what’s going on with my medical condition and any changes from m previous visits
(3 days ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Moore is detailed, compassionate professional and skilled in determining my arthritic thumb issues, and the need for surgical intervention. I have total confidence in his diagnosis and treatment, and can highly recommend him!
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Very satisfied
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Great surgeon, doctor and all-around person! Very thorough and takes up time with you, which is a plus this day and time.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Excellent surgeon, most pleasant gentleman who cares deeply for his patients
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Dr. Moores first priority seems to be: To Provide the best patient care to all his patients. Great doctor.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Dr Moore is always very informative and ready to answer questions. I enjoy my visits with him
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
So good! Explained alternative procedures to help make my decision. Always calm, good humored, respectful, and informative.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Very nice doctor. Explained everything thoroughly. Would definitely recommend!
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
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Coastal Region: Wilmington - Ashton - Orthopedics
2716 Ashton Drive Wilmington, NC 28412
Dr. Richard Moore, Jr., M.D. practices in Wilmington at our 2716 Ashton Drive office location. Dr. Moore graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a bachelor’s degree in biology and went on to graduate with honors from the UNC School of Medicine. While a medical student at UNC, he completed a longitudinal study on the effect of exercise on rate of perimenopausal bone loss in women and was elected into Alpha Omega Alpha – the national medical honor society.
Dr. Moore then completed his internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. While a resident, he was coauthor of a scientific paper that was awarded the Charles S. Neer award for excellence in research on the shoulder and elbow. He was elected as a chief administrative resident and was awarded the DeForest Willard award for outstanding performance by the faculty and residents.
After completing his residency, Dr. Moore returned to North Carolina where he completed a fellowship in hand, upper extremity & microvascular surgery at Duke University. He subsequently completed a traveling preceptorship in pelvic & acetabular trauma in Los Angeles prior to returning to Durham as a Duke Faculty member. He was Director of the Orthopedic Trauma Service and a member of the hand and microvascular team for replantation and reconstruction. He was awarded the Frank H. Bassett teaching award by the resident staff.
Dr. Moore has remained active in educational endeavors and has lectured nationally and internationally. He has been a visiting professor at the UNC School of Medicine Department of Orthopedics and has been the Invited International Speaker at the Taiwan Society for Surgery of the Hand meeting. He has also spoken in Japan, South Korea, Portugal, Greece and Sweden.
Dr. Moore is Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery and holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery and a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, the Orthopedic Trauma Association and was recently elected into the American Orthopedic Association. He is a Past President of the NC Society for Surgery of the Hand and the Duke Hand Club. Dr. Moore has been named a Best Doctor by his peers since 2003.
Dr. Moore focuses on complex problems of the upper extremity including the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand. He has extensive experience with primary and revision total and reverse total shoulder arthroplasty, elbow arthroplasty and reconstruction of the wrist and hand. He also has extensive experience in Microvascular reconstruction including free vascularized fibular grafting and peripheral nerve.
Dr. Richard Moore is a native of eastern North Carolina–born in Morehead City and raised in Jacksonville.
Education Undergraduate Degree: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Medical School: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Fellowship: Duke University, Durham, NC Fellowship Trained in Hand, Upper Extremity and Microvascular Surgery
Dr. Moore is very professional and comforting. He takes his time and explains every possible procedure. He answered all my questions. I feel very comfortable and confident in his ability as my surgeon! Thank you Dr. Moore
Dr Moore always takes time to explain what’s going on with my medical condition and any changes from m previous visits
Dr. Moore is detailed, compassionate professional and skilled in determining my arthritic thumb issues, and the need for surgical intervention. I have total confidence in his diagnosis and treatment, and can highly recommend him!
Very satisfied
Great surgeon, doctor and all-around person! Very thorough and takes up time with you, which is a plus this day and time.
Excellent surgeon, most pleasant gentleman who cares deeply for his patients
Dr. Moores first priority seems to be: To Provide the best patient care to all his patients. Great doctor.
Dr Moore is always very informative and ready to answer questions. I enjoy my visits with him
So good! Explained alternative procedures to help make my decision. Always calm, good humored, respectful, and informative.
Very nice doctor. Explained everything thoroughly. Would definitely recommend!